FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JX305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Introduced September 2010
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe JX300 was introduced 4 months later than the S8100 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the JX300 matches up versus the S8100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Nikon S8100
JX300 | S8100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the FujiFilm JX300
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S8100
JX300 | S8100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | September 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm JX300 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S8100 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the FujiFilm JX300 and Nikon S8100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the JX300 and the S8100.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the JX300 and S8100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and S8100.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the FujiFilm JX300 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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FujiFilm JX300 vs Nikon S8100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | Nikon Coolpix S8100 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix JX305 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-09-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-6.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1800 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 220 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $110 | $299 |